Chris Paul #3 of the Los Angeles Clippers answers questions from the media following his team's victory over the Golden State Warriors in Game Three of the Western Conference Quarterfinals at Oracle Arena on April 24, 2014 in Oakland, California. (credit: Noah Graham/NBAE via Getty Images)

“In response to today’s ruling by the NBA and Commissioner Adam Silver, my teammates and I are in agreement with his decision. We appreciate the strong leadership from Commissioner Silver and he has our full support.”

Chris Paul, who is president of the NBA Players Association, is expected to address the media following a pivotal Game 5 in which the Clippers will try to gain a 3-2 lead in their current playoff series against the Golden State Warriors.

Through the 2014 playoffs, Paul has shot 44% from the field, with 71 points and 34 assists.